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Phrasal Verb - Come Along

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To move slowly and together with someone or something, often as part of a team, group, or organization, to share the work, decisions, or responsibilities. It can also mean to assist or escort someone, providing support or guidance.

Examples​

No.Example
1I came along to help the workers set up the new office.
2The teacher asked the student to come along with her to the library for additional assistance.
3We came along to assist during the disaster relief efforts.
4The group's leader came along to tell the team they had enough intel for a decision.
5She decided to come along with her friends for the subway ride so they could walk together.
6I offered to come along to help them fix the broken car engine.
7The tourists asked one of the locals to come along with them and explain the history behind the artwork.
8He came along to give opinions on the design project and bring it to new creative heights
9They came along with the right resources for a charitable cause.
10He was appointed to come along the equipment scholars to express an understanding visual framework.

Phrasal Verb - Coming Apart

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'come apart' is a present participle/ gerund form that describes a situation where people, things, or parts separate or break away from each other, often in a disorderly or destructive manner. This can be literal, referring to physical separation, or metaphorical, referring to social, emotional, or mental disintegration.

Examples​

No.Example
1The relationship with her boyfriend was coming apart at the seams.
2After the fire ravaged the old factory, the building started coming apart, brick by brick.
3As the company struggled financially, it began coming apart from the inside out.
4The couple's marriage was coming apart due to his infidelity.
5The fabric of society was coming apart due to racism and inequality.
6The once-solid business partnership started coming apart as they had different visions.
7Her mental health was coming apart after losing her mother to cancer.
8The people were coming apart during the chaos of the natural disaster.
9As the storm drains failed, the once-so-unified neighborhood was coming apart.
10The masterwork soap opera's plotline was meticulously coming apart.

Phrasal Verb - Coming Around

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Raymundo CH

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Definition​

Phrasal verb meaning to start to understand or agree with an idea or behavior that was previously opposed, often as a result of exposure to new information or a change in circumstances. It can also imply a gradual process of acceptance or tolerance.

Examples​

No.Example
1After learning about the benefits of veganism, she started to come around to the idea.
2He used to hate mornings, but after a few months of exercise, he began to come around to the idea of waking up early.
3I was skeptical at first, but after hearing his side of the story, I started to come around to his point of view.
4It took her a while, but eventually she came around to the idea of trying new foods.
5I was hesitant to dress in bold fashion, but after seeing her confidence, I started to come around to the idea.
6After years of studying the language, he finally came around to the idea that he could learn it.
7They used to be against the proposal, but after hearing the concerns of the local community, they started to come around to the idea.
8I didn't think I could handle the stress of a new job, but as I began working, I started to come around to the idea.
9He never used to be a fan of chocolate, but after trying it with a certain flavor, he started to come around to the taste.
10I initially thought it was a bad idea, but after hearing the reasoning behind it, I started to come around to the suggestion.

Phrasal Verb - Come Back

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To return or come again to a place, situation, or condition that one has left or experienced before.

Examples​

No.Example
1After being away from home for a few weeks, she decided to come back and settle down.
2He agreed to come back and help his brother with the move.
3I tried to come back to the restaurant, but it was already closed.
4They couldn't afford to come back to the city with the high cost of living.
5I'm going to come back to the office for a meeting at 2 PM.
6The chef decided to come back to the oven to remove the roast from the pot.
7She said she'd come back to the store after finishing the project.
8After a few hours, he decided to come back to the battlefield.
9His parents want him to come back and take over the family business.
10They recommended I come back to visit them in the city over summer break.

Phrasal Verb - Coming by

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

to arrive or visit a place, often unexpectedly, but not entirely without prior intention.

Examples​

No.Example
1The tourists came by the famous castle on their way to the next city.
2My friend came by to watch the game tonight.
3The delivery guy came by with our new furniture.
4The team came by to offer their condolences after the loss of our friend.
5The parade came by with its bright colors and lively music.
6The coach came by to check on the injured player's progress.
7They came by to discuss the new project and provide feedback.
8The police came by to investigate the noise complaint.
9The artist came by to work on her painting in the park.
10The children came by to collect money for their charity event.

Phrasal Verb - Coming Down

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The verb phrase 'come down' is a phrasal verb used to express movement from a higher position to a lower position, but it can also be used figuratively to describe a decrease or a reduction in something, whether it is a quantity, a price, or a situation. It can also be used to indicate a descent into a particular condition, emotion, or state.

Examples​

No.Example
1The lift will come down to the ground after the repairs.
2Prices will come down after the holidays.
3The stairs came down from the top floor onto the lobby.
4She will come down from her high horse eventually.
5The boiler came down with a steam leak.
6In economics, the inflation rates must come down to expected levels.
7A panoramic view seems to come down in perspective with a big object there.
8The so-called 'calm drug' is said to come down anxiety from high levels within several hours.
9She did not think he could come down from his throne that easily.
10My friend has finally come down from her college deferment after willingly signing up.

Phrasal Verb - coming forward

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To take an active role or position, typically in a situation where someone has been accused or implicated in a misdeed, rather than continuing to act as if the accusation or implication doesn't apply to them.

Examples​

No.Example
1The politician came forward to acknowledge her role in the scandal.
2After rumors began to circulate, the company came forward to clarify the situation.
3The accused came forward to confess to the crime.
4When faced with allegations, the celebrity came forward to apologize.
5The whistleblower came forward to expose the corruption.
6The manager came forward to speak at the meeting.
7The student came forward to share her opinions on the topic.
8The suspect came forward to claim responsibility for the crime.
9When questioned, the witness came forward to provide a more detailed account.
10The entrepreneur came forward to propose a new business idea.

Phrasal Verb - come in

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

To enter or arrive at a place, especially as a visitor, customer, or respondent.

Examples​

No.Example
1The tourists are coming in through the west entrance.
2New customers are always coming in on Fridays.
3The survey team came in across the state gathering data.
4Doors will be opening at 8 pm as the actors come in on stage.
5Sales figures keep coming in strong every quarter.
6New player profiles keep coming in; we'll update them online shortly.
7News is coming in quickly after emergency services responded at the scene.
8The charity event drew in a crowd as they began to come in at the gates.
9Lokman said further reports will come in from the processing region.
10She came in wearing that old black turtleneck that people relate with the rock star.

Phrasal Verb - coming off

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

A phrasal verb that means to leave a fixed point or a position, often causing something to be dislodged or detached, or to stop using or resorting to something.

Examples​

No.Example
1The scab came off, revealing a new skin underneath.
2The paint is coming off the old furniture, and it needs to be refinished.
3She came off second best in the argument with her boss.
4The news came off as shocking to the media.
5The ambulance came off quickly to respond to the emergency.
6I'm coming off some pretty heavy medication, so I'm feeling a bit woozy.
7The price of the house came off as higher than expected.
8After falling off his bike, he had to come off with a few bruises.
9The band had to come off one of their most popular songs to accommodate the new setlist.
10The best way to get the sticker off meant soaking it in some water.

Phrasal Verb - Coming Over

· 2 min read
Raymundo CH

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Definition​

The phrasal verb 'come over' is an idiomatic expression that generally means to visit someone, often as a social call. It can also imply that someone is changing their emotional state or feeling to a more positive one. Additionally, 'come over' can be used in a more informal sense to tell someone to join you at a different location.

Examples​

No.Example
1I'm planning to come over to your place tonight.
2Can you come over and help me move my furniture?
3I felt down, but my friend came over and cheered me up.
4I'll come over to meet your family this weekend.
5This new restaurant just came over from New York City.
6The customer came over to complain about the service.
7I love to come over to your house and play video games.
8The new employee came over from another company.
9My aunt came over to visit for a few days.
10Can you come over and watch the game with me?